Finally, getting to use my hospital check list. Ready and packed for my plate removal surgery tomorrow. Feeling very anxious and I keep having panic attacks. I am finding this pre-operation night to be more difficult than the main surgery. I think it is because I know I am going to be on my own this time. Mum has no one to support her and my brother is having to look after himself. I am worried for him and my mum. Its sad as I thought this operation and this time would be different. I thought I could rely on my friends Peter and Sophie like they had promised. But instead neither of them are around for me. I must pull myself together and try to be strong. I have friends who have been kind and sent me prayers, wishes and gifts. But the people I thought I could rely on and trust have left me alone. I think its best to have real people around than fake people. But it does not make this time any less painful for me. It is hard to say goodbye to people who mean so much to me.
I will try and keep you all up to date with my progress and will get back to blogging as soon as I can.
Take care and hugs for all of you that have taken time to read about my journey. Thank you so much to everyone that has been in contact with me.
Hospital Check List
Going into hospital for an operation can be a very daunting experience. Fear and worry can make us forget the most simple but necessary things and I personally would have been grateful for a last minute check list of items I may have needed for my stay.
For this reason I have devised this easy tick chart in order to assist anybody who may have to stay overnight in hospital.
Things to remember
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Make a note of any last minute questions you may have regarding your stay or your surgery
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Mobile phone, charger or money for a pay phone (your lifeline to the outside world)
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Money for drinks and food from the ward trolley
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Money for TV cards or phone top ups (if available )
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Nightwear: something with easy access for IV drips and that is comfortable to sleep and rest in
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Slippers (hospital floors can be cold and dirty)
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Underwear (for dignity)
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A dressing gown (for the middle of the night toilet trips)
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Bathing essentials (towels and flannels)
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Shower gel, shampoo and conditioner (if required)
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Hair brush or comb (if required)
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Hair ties if you have long hair (these can be useful when you are unable to wash your hair)
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Toothbrush, toothpaste and mouthwash
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Tissues, baby wipes and facial wipes (for a quick freshen up when you are unable to get out of bed)
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Flip flops (they are non-slip and they keep your feet free from other peoples germs)
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Antibacterial wipes to clean your own table tops, cupboards and toilet seat (vital with NHS cleaners or should I say lack of them)
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Bottle of water to drink
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IPod, games console and chargers, crosswords, magazines, papers, books, pen (these help to relieve boredom, help to divert your attention from any pain and can aid sleep)
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Reading glasses (if required)
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Any medication you take regularly (e.g inhalers, antihistamines as these will not be provided during your hospital stay)
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Spare clothing, jacket or jumpers in case you venture outside the ward
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Last but not least a pillow, teddy, blanket, lucky charm or anything that may bring you comfort whilst being away from home
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Lots of love always,
Steffie
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